[textbook]Traversing the Ethical Minefield Problems, Law, and Professional Responsibility by Susan R. Martyn (z-lib.org)(1) (1)

thinks the trial counsel provided ineffective assistance of counsel. Martyn discusses this with
her client. She explains the investigation she needs to undertake. The client listens intently
but warns Martyn that the one thing she may not do is talk to her client’s mother. “She’s
suffered enough already. I direct you not to talk to her.” What should Martyn do?
3. Authority in Representing Organizations
Model Rules 1.13(a) & (b)
RLGL § 96
Problem
5-4. CEO of Mega Corporation asks Martyn & Fox to draft a deed transferring vacant
land owned by Mega to CEO. “It’s just a liability for Mega,” CEO explains. What should
Martyn & Fox do?
4. Authority in Representing Clients with Diminished Capacity
Model Rule 1.14
RLGL § 24
Attorney Grievance Commission of Maryland v. Framm
144 A. 3d 827 (Md. 2016)
BARBERA, C.J. . . .
[Framm was admitted to the Bar in 1981 and maintained a solo law practice. She
agreed to represent Robert L. Wilson in vacating his divorce judgment, which required him
to pay about $55,000 over five years because he did not understand the settlement
agreement and was dissatisfied with its terms. He signed a retainer agreement providing
that he would pay an initial retainer of $10,000 and Framm would bill at an hourly rate of
$425.
Mr. Wilson relied on help from his friend, Ms. Stewart, and his cousin, Mr. Griggs, in
understanding complex information, including legal documents. Framm recognized that
Mr. Wilson had diminished capacity to understand information and explained to him that,
although vacating the settlement agreement underlying the divorce judgment would be
difficult, he might be successful if he could prove that he was incapacitated. She referred
Mr. Wilson to a psychologist, Dr. Lasson, to determine whether there was enough evidence
of incapacity to file a motion to vacate the settlement agreement. Dr.
Dr. Lasson concluded that Mr. Wilson had a neuro-cognitive disorder from a previous
stroke that significantly impaired his ability to comprehend complex information. Dr.
Lasson also opined that Mr. Wilson should have a legal guardian, because he had an
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